EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES

IF ADVENTURE is what you’re seeking, you can create your Runcation with your choice of exciting or challenging excursions. Whether you choose to climb the magnificent falls, horseback ride along the pristine Caribbean Sea or get up-close and personal and kiss a dolphin…there’s truly something here for everyone!

Excursions are ¾ or full day tours*indicate 2-4 hour excursions

Appleton Estates Rum Tour – The Appleton Estate has been blending rums since 1749 beside the Black River in one of the most beautiful valleys in Jamaica, south of Montego Bay. You can savor these award-winning rums after you tour the distillery and learn the details of the distilling process from sugarcane, molasses, sugar, to wine and rum, and receive a complimentary bottle of Appleton Rum. Bar, gift shop, souvenirs and snacks are available.

4 X 4 Adventure Safari Tour – The only way to see the island’s natural charm – experience the culture, history and diversity – is to take the Chukka 4×4 Safari. This scenic tour throughout the island provides frequent stops allowing you to experience the fullness of this unfettered paradise. Your tour guide will navigate you through Jamaica’s rocky terrain with your own personal guide/driver.

Catamaran Party Boat to Nowhere – Experience the fun and freedom of cruising the Caribbean Sea along Negril’s Coastline; enjoy snorkeling at the reef, then get the party started with Jamaican cuisine, plenty of rum punch and dancing….party on into the sun set!!!

*Booby Cay Snorkel and Lobster – Enjoy a scenic glass bottom boat ride to a reef for the most spectacular snorkeling you can imagine and then head over to Booby Cay and purchase fresh lobster for Bob to grill while you explore the island, take pictures or gather seashells.

Dune Buggy Safari–Take a ride on the wild side on our amazing ATV Buggy Safari and discover the quaint Jamaican backcountry in a 2-seater ATV giving you unparalleled access to the untouched hills and plains of this beautiful Caribbean island. Journey around the rugged dirt trails of a historic estate. Explore the scenic mountain terrain and through local communities and forests.

Black River & YS Falls Tour– After a charted bus ride past quaint fishing villages and small towns, you’ll board your boat at the Black River for an exciting nature expedition along Jamaica’s longest river. See crocodiles in their last remaining habitat, an abundance of birds and native fisherman in their dugout canoes fishing for river shrimp. Enjoy a traditional Jamaican lunch high in the mountains overlooking the invigorating countryside. Then it’s on to YS Falls— perhaps the most beautiful falls in Jamaica—waterfalls, canopy rides, a natural spring pool and beautiful gardens.

Horseback Ride & Swim – Saddle up for an adventurous ride that will take you through a tropical rain forest and roaming the countryside. Ride along a cliff and take in the panoramic view of Jamaica’s coastline with a picturesque mountain in the backdrop. The tour is not complete until your horse takes you for a bareback swim in the warmth of the Caribbean Sea.

Mayfield Falls Riverwalk – Don’t forget to wear your water shoes and bring your swimsuit! You’ll start with a drive along the countryside before reaching Mayfield River. After crossing a bamboo bridge, you’ll trek along the river and its rainforest with a trained and certified guide. Classified as an eco-tourism attraction, is scattered with crystal clear pools of water. At the end of the hike, you’ll reach the falls—a perfect reward!

Swim with the Dolphins – Is this one of your top ten bucket list items? At Dolphin Cove Negril, you can not only swim with the Dolphins; they may give you a dorsal pull or a foot push maybe even both. Enjoy a kiss, try a dance, perhaps you will get a splash or two and have a real up close experience. You can also take the opportunity to knock off a few more bucket list items like riding a camel and interacting with stingrays. This experience will be more than enough to give you memories to last a lifetime

Jungle River Tubing & Canopy Tour – Experience the rush, the excitement and the thrill brought on by the different moods of the Great River as she changes her pace along this magical, unspoiled thoroughfare. After a delightful lunch your next journey through nature will be via a series of decks and platforms, connected by traverses, mounted in the trees of the rainforest. Then the fun begins with seven traverses soaring over the Great River. Traverses such as “Limestone Cliff”, and “Threesome Stop”, coupled with intermittent nature walks will astound you. This is a must-see, must-do tour, on every Jamaican vacation.

Reggae Runnerz Carnival – Enjoy authentic Jamaican Cuisine while hanging out with the rest of the Reggae Runnerz on the beach, dancing and partying with the hottest DJ in Negril, DJ Big Red with Hype Man MC Blazze and a surprise special guest. Don’t forget your white bathing suits and get ready to party all day long!!! It’s not a party with out the Reggae Runnerz Rum! What a better way to recover after the race!!!

*Rick’s Cafe – A must do when in Negril. Hang out by the pool and enjoy watching the experienced acrobatic cliff divers be daring as they plunge into the crystal clear Jamaican waters from one of three levels on the cliffs. As the evening draws near, enjoy the sun slowly kiss the sea and capture the most beautiful sunset ever seen. Enjoy the cool lounge vibes that come alive at night when the sky is blackened and the moon and stars reflect on the endless Caribbean Sea.

*Jackie’s on the Reef Spa & Wellness Spa – Owner Jackie Lewis has been profiled in such publications as Essence, Spa Finders, O Magazine and others. Enjoy individualized attention as you unwind and rejuvenate your spirit with a peaceful and supportive environment in a spacious and serene setting, nestled on an old coral reef in Negril, Jamaica. Magnificent!

*Liquid Yoga – It’s time to love you. Join Jessica as you dock standup paddleboards in the shallow water and embark on a journey of relaxation for the mind, body and spirit. Gentle stretching, breathing and connecting with Mother Nature. No experience necessary.

Zimbali CulturalExperience is more than just a day from your everyday life, it is a gateway for you to come and explore the real culture Jamaica is famous for on your own pace and in your own way. Come with an open heart and let us share this natural beauty with you. When you decide, you can slip seamlessly into the levity of Rastafari, drumming, Artists and African yoga, and enjoy Five Star Cuisine.

Zimbali Cultural Experience Rasta Tour You come to Zimbali and our guide takes you up to the Fires camp- a moderate hike into the hills and back in time. Along the way you cross the river and stop at the spring to fill your water bottles from Gracie’s spring which has provided water for this area for 100’s of years. At Fires camp you are surrounded by fruit trees he has been planting for over 30 years and he cooks you an Ital lunch on the wood fire as it has been since the beginning of time. He is super cool and a great guy to talk to and see the real Rasta Livity.

The Foodie Paradise tour begins with a Zimbali greeting & introduction while sipping a freshly made fruit juice. Then “Fudd” our farm manager leads a tour of the farm, which is 100% organic, and only organic fertilizers and compost are used; this leaves us cutting a lot of grass and pulling a lot of weeds by hand; we perform this work in thanks, as a labor of love. You then head back to the cooking studio for a fun filled cooking demonstration. Both lunch and dinner consist of: an appetizer, main course, wine, and dessert, with dinner having an extra appetizer as well. There is a choice in main course dishes between: fish, chicken, shrimp or vegan/vegetarian- Gluten free is a welcome option as well.

Nightly Entertainment – Hours after the sun goes down on the beautiful white sand beaches, Jamaica transforms into an energetic and colorful landscape. There is something for everyone!